LeBron James scored 19 points and provided 13 assists.
The Lakers secured a surprising victory in the playoffs.
Game one of the first-round series showcased intense competition.
Updates
Update at 10:54 UTC on 2026-05-02
BBC Sport reported LeBron James scores 28 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Houston Rockets to set up a Western Conference semi-final play-off against reigning NBA champions Oklahoma City Thunder. Sky Sports reported LeBron James nailed 28 points as the Los Angeles Lakers eliminated Houston with a 98-78 win in Game Six of their Western Conference first-round playoff series - holding the Rockets to a season low in points.
Sources: BBC Sport, Sky Sports